Woman, 68, dies in hospital six days after crash
Police Scotland said a black Audi A4 and a blue BMW M2 were involved in a collision on the A89 Clark Street, near to its junction with Springwells Avenue.
The incident happened at about 16.45 on 28 June.
The 68-year-old, who was a passenger in the Audi, was taken to University Hospital Wishaw for treatment but died from her injuries on 4 July.
The driver of the Audi, a 67-year-old man, was taken to University Hospital Monklands and was later discharged.
Officers said the occupants of the BMW were assessed by paramedics at the scene.
Sgt Ross Allison said: "Our thoughts are with the family of the woman who has died.
"Our inquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances of this incident and I would urge anyone who witnessed what happened to contact us."
He also encouraged anyone with dash cam footage that may assist the investigation to come forward.
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